How strong is the perfection loop ? The Perfection Loop is around a 40% line strength knot , which is ideal for tasks like bait application. The Perfection Loop is one of the best knots, especially when you require a small circle at the end of your fishing or fly line . What is the … Read more
In general, leader butt diameter should be approximately two thirdsthe diameter of the tip of the fly line For normal trout fishing , leader butts should be 019-. 023”. How long should a leader be on a fly rod ? You will want to be fishing a leader up to 20% longer than the depth … Read more
You should change your fishing line once or twice a year The frequency that you use the line will have an impact but there are some other factors that can affect the life-span of your line, these are: Frequency of use – regular use will degrade the structure the line making it weaker and more … Read more
What does a soft hackle imitate? Soft hackles are perhaps the most versatile patterns because you can fish them effectively from the streambed to the surface. These simple flies are chameleons, effectively imitating almost the entire life cycles of mayflies, midges, caddisflies, and a host of other arthropods. What is a soft hackle feather? Soft … Read more
In the following article on my site, I’m going to discuss the subject that is titled “What Knot Do You Use To Tie Backing To Fly Line?.” I will provide you with all of the pertinent information that pertains to the topic. I have high hopes that you will find this essay to be really … Read more
A leader is simply a length of material (or materials) that connects your fly line to your fly The object of a fly leader is pretty straightforward – to connect your fly to your fly line in a way that helps you catch fish. Sometimes leaders are one piece, others are made by knotting together … Read more
Where Our Rods Are Made. We’re proud of the fact that all Temple Fork Outfitters fly rods and conventional rods are handcrafted in South Korea The manufacturing facility is controlled by TFO and the facility manufactures TFO products exclusively. What TFO rod replaces BVK? LK Legacy Fly Rod Series The NEW LK Legacy series is … Read more
Sometimes the worst things become the most popular. The industry standard for attaching a leader to a fly line is the loop to loop connection It’s supposed to be easy. What is the best knot to tie leader to fly line? The easiest and fastest knot for attaching the tippet to the leader in all … Read more
A euro nymphing fly line is a very thin diameter line of about 022” Sometimes it is tapered, sometimes not. It’s often called a euro line, a comp line or a tactical fly line. Do you need a special fly line for euro nymphing? In some styles of euro nymphing there is no need for … Read more
Croix Imperial Fly Rod – DISCONTINUED. Does St. Croix make fly rods? The St. Croix Imperial Switch Fly Rod is a one- or two-handed fly rod that is lightweight and extremely versatile. These rods have Kigan Master Hand 3D stripper guides that allow fly line to be stripped effectively. They also have a slim profile … Read more